1971 BMW Touring vs. 1997 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1997 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW Touring would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mercedes-Benz E (349 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1971 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 680 kg more than 1971 BMW Touring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Mercedes-Benz E (531 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1971 BMW Touring | 1997 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Touring | E |
Year Released | 1971 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 5439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 349 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 531 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 92 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2840 mm |